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Ford Ecosport

White · Diesel · 2017 · 1,499 cc

L40 DCYMOT history

L40 DCY is a white diesel Ford Ecosport first used on 31 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 89,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

L40 DCY white Ford Ecosport – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ecosport, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,256 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 DCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ecosport
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 DCY was last recorded at 89,256 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 9,397 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,859 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,397 miles
Average per year
9,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,256 miles
  • 2025 – 79,859 miles
  • 2024 – 69,044 miles
  • 2023 – 57,586 miles
  • 2022 – 46,582 miles
  • 2021 – 34,283 miles
  • 2020 – 29,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,256 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear exhaust box showing deterioration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 18 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,256 miles (+9,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,256 miles
    Test number
    165237565332
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,859 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    79,859 miles
    Test number
    240957685462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box showing deterioration

  3. Fail79,840 miles (+10,796)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,840 miles
    Test number
    745015737605
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box showing deterioration

  4. Pass69,044 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,044 miles
    Test number
    556684762986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,967 miles (+11,381)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,967 miles
    Test number
    104828766794
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass57,586 miles (+11,004)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    57,586 miles
    Test number
    619172020033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass46,582 miles (+208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    46,582 miles
    Test number
    339915396260
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail46,374 miles (+12,091)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,374 miles
    Test number
    975803464824
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass34,283 miles (+4,660)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    34,283 miles
    Test number
    396820917634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    29,623 miles
    Test number
    693277532745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail29,623 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,623 miles
    Test number
    739545080638
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Questions about L40 DCY

Does L40 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 DCY is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 DCY?
The MOT on L40 DCY is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 DCY done?
L40 DCY was recorded at 89,256 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 9,851 miles a year.
Has L40 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 DCY has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 DCY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L40 DCY find?
L40 DCY passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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